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contemptuous in French

contemptuous in French is dédaigneux, contempteur, méprisant — contemptuous means showing or feeling contempt; scornful and disrespectful.

contemptuous in French

dédaigneux
adj
Showing contempt; expressing disdain; showing a lack of respect.
contempteur
adj
Showing contempt; expressing disdain; showing a lack of respect.
méprisant
adj
Showing contempt; expressing disdain; showing a lack of respect.

What does "contemptuous" mean?

  1. adj Showing or feeling contempt; scornful and disrespectful.
    "He gave a contemptuous laugh at the suggestion."
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contemptuous in a sentence

  • He gave a contemptuous laugh at the suggestion.

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What is "contemptuous" in French?

"contemptuous" in French is dédaigneux, contempteur, méprisant. contemptuous means: Showing or feeling contempt; scornful and disrespectful.

How do you use "contemptuous" in a sentence?

Example: "He gave a contemptuous laugh at the suggestion." In French, "contemptuous" is dédaigneux, contempteur, méprisant.

Are there other ways to say "contemptuous" in French?

Yes — French has 3 translations listed for "contemptuous": dédaigneux, contempteur, méprisant.

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